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Lion Head

664–332 BCE

Egypt, Late period (715–332 BCE), Dynasty 26 or later

Medium
glassy faience
Measurements
Overall: 3 x 2.8 x 3 cm (1 3/16 x 1 1/8 x 1 3/16 in.)
Credit Line
The A. W. Ellenberger, Sr., Endowment Fund 1974.87
Public Domain
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Location
107 Egyptian
Print

Description

Roaring lions are rare in Egyptian art. They are, however, a common fixture in Persian art, from which the lion head in this case undoubtedly takes its stylistic cue.

Lion Head

664–332 BCE

Egypt, Late period (715–332 BCE), Dynasty 26 or later

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